On behalf of Mobility International USA (MIUSA), please find informationbelow with regards to MIUSA’s 6th International Women’s Institute onLeadership and Disability (WILD), which will bring together 30 women leaderswith disabilities from approximately 30 different countries for a 3-weekprogram in Eugene, Oregon, USA in August 2012.

Based on your recent inquiry with the National Clearinghouse on Disabilityand Exchange (NCDE), which is administered by MIUSA, we wanted to take thisopportunity provide you with information about this unique program, in theevent that you or someone you may know may be eligible to apply. Pleaseshare this announcement with others who may be interested.

Thank you in advance for your assistance to ensure that women withdisabilities have the opportunity to pursue their leadership by pursing andapplying to this unique and life-changing program.

We appreciate your support, and look forward to receiving applications fromwomen leaders with disabilities around the world.

. Members in an organization led by and for people withdisabilities, or by and for women, with particular attention to issues ofwomen and girls with disabilities; or civil society organization committedto the inclusion of women and girls with disabilities

. Committed to and have the capacity for increasing leadershipopportunities of women with disabilities in the community and/or country

. Committed to and have the capacity for increasing theparticipation of women and girls with disabilities in internationaldevelopment programs

Program Activities

MIUSA’s Women’s Institute on Leadership and Disability (WILD) will bringtogether approximately 30 women leaders with disabilities from approximately30 different countries, to strengthen leadership skills, create new visionsand build international networks of support for inclusive internationaldevelopment programming.

During the three-week program, participants will take part in workshops,seminars and discussions, conduct on-site visits, and participate inteam-building activities, to explore challenges and exchange strategies forincreasing leadership opportunities and participation of women and girlswith disabilities in international development programs.

The WILD program will include interactive workshops, site visits andpractical activities on priority issues for women with disabilities,including:

* National and International Policies and Legislation, including theUN Convention of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the U.S. Agencyfor International Development (USAID) Disability Policy* Educational rights and opportunities including specialized andinclusive schools, policy and legal rights, services and accommodations foraccessibility* Leadership for economic empowerment, including higher education,training models, supported employment, microenterprise, private sectorpartnerships, career mentorship, skill-building, employment policy, andcareer development.* Health and family issues including parenting, health care, HIV/AIDS,reproductive health and violence prevention* Using the media* Coalition building* Organizational development and sustainability, including fundingresources and strategies, and fostering partnerships with communityorganizations and businesses* Goals and action plans to promote collaborative relationships withother organizations for the inclusion of women and girls with disabilitiesin international development programs.* Inclusive international development, including exchanging strategiesfor inclusion with representatives from U.S-based international developmentorganizations and/or human rights organizations* Cultural and team-building experiences* Mentorship and networking

Language

The official languages of WILD are English, Arabic, Spanish and AmericanSign Language (ASL). Participants must have at least conversational abilityin English and/or be familiar with ASL.

. MIUSA uses ASL sign language interpreters who are experienced andskilled at providing interpretation for individuals who use different signlanguages.

. Language and sign language interpretation will be provided duringformal program activities, workshops, discussions and site visits only.

Program Cost

Accepted participants will be responsible for:

1. $250 USD program fee. Limited scholarships may be available based onapplicant’s demonstrated financial need. Applications for a scholarship willbe provided upon acceptance to the WILD program.

2. Obtaining a current, valid passport and U.S. visa, including allrelated costs such as travel to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in the homecountry

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